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🎉December 22nd - December 28th in Nassau You Don’t Want to Miss
Looking for something fun, affordable, and local? From live music to family-friendly festivals, here’s what’s popping up around town this week👇

What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County
Sunday, December 28, 2025
![]() | Merrick Winter Outdoor Flea Market |
![]() | Christmas House Long Island |
![]() | A Very Grinchy Pajama Party Wear your favorite pajamas and enjoy a festive, family-friendly evening with holiday activities and a screening of The Grinch (2018). Activities include cookie decorating, a Grinch-themed scavenger hunt, face painting, photo ops with the Grinch, and hot chocolate before the movie. |
![]() | Fantasy Winter Fairyland Step into a magical winter world filled with illuminated fairyland scenes, whimsical displays, and festive photo-worthy installations. This seasonal walk-through experience transforms Eisenhower Park into a glowing winter fantasy that’s perfect for families, date nights, and holiday outings. |

Monday, December 22nd
![]() | Letters to Santa: Craft Day A festive holiday craft event where participants can write and decorate letters to Santa Claus and get creative in a fun seasonal activity at the local dog care facility. |
![]() | Holiday Trivia Night A festive holiday-themed trivia night hosted by Tango Time Trivia, featuring team-based games, prizes, and a fun, social atmosphere for all ages. |
Tuesday, December 23
![]() | Massapequa Workshop: Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System and NYHELPS An informational workshop for job seekers explaining New York State civil service applications, exams, appointment types, and how to navigate NY HELPS and related resources. |
![]() | Boozy Gingerbread House Contest A festive, adults-only gingerbread decorating contest with a boozy twist, including a house kit, candy decorations, cocktails, and prizes for the best creation. |
![]() | The Main Event Game Show w/ Na’Quel Games A live, hosted game show night inspired by Family Feud, featuring trivia, bingo, charades, prizes, and interactive fun for groups and friends. |
Wednesday, December 24
![]() | Christmas Eve Party A festive Christmas Eve celebration for dogs featuring holiday-themed treats, games, and plenty of playtime in a fun, social daycare setting. |
![]() | Christmas Eve Four-Course Dinner 2025 An elegant Christmas Eve prix-fixe dining experience featuring a four-course holiday menu in an intimate setting, ideal for a refined seasonal celebration. |
![]() | Christmas Eve Spectacular A ticketed Christmas Eve celebration featuring a lively nightlife-style atmosphere for adults looking to mark the holiday with music, dancing, and a party setting. |
Thursday, December 25
![]() | Toys for Toys A Christmas charity car meet featuring hot rods, classic cars, and track cars, encouraging attendees to donate toys to inspire the next generation of car enthusiasts. |
![]() | Christmas Day Grand Buffet Brunch Celebrate Christmas Day with a festive grand buffet brunch featuring elevated holiday dishes crafted under Celebrity Chef David Burke, perfect for a family gathering in a classic ballroom setting. |
![]() | Christmas Day Dinner 2025 Celebrate Christmas Day with an elegant holiday dinner featuring a curated menu in an intimate setting, ideal for smaller gatherings and a refined seasonal meal. |
Friday, December 26
![]() | Laughing Lassi – South Asian Stand-Up Comedy Show A live stand-up comedy showcase featuring top South Asian comedians from New York and beyond, blending sharp humor, culture, and storytelling in an English-language show. |
![]() | R&B Holiday Dinner A holiday-themed R&B dinner night featuring music, dining, and a late-evening social atmosphere to celebrate the season with food and vibes. |
Saturday, December 27
![]() | Love Never Ends An intimate, in-person spiritual reading session with Robert E. Hansen, designed for small groups seeking a more personal and focused experience. |
![]() | Peace and blessings, family in faith. Holy Sabbath Convocation A weekly Sabbath convocation and Bible study gathering focused on worship, scripture, and fellowship. Open to community members seeking a faith-based service. |
![]() | R&Bingo A grown-up bingo night with an R&B twist, combining music, food, drinks, and games for a fun, social evening out. |
![]() | Water With Gas: Holiday Celebration An upscale holiday dinner party featuring live entertainment, a champagne toast, and a Roaring 20s–inspired dress code for a festive year-end celebration. |
Sunday, December 28
![]() | Bingo Loco An over-the-top, 21+ bingo party featuring music, drinks, dancing, and high-energy entertainment that turns traditional bingo into a full-on party experience. |
![]() | Ephese SDA Church “Shine The Light Gala” A faith-based evening of celebration, inspiration, and community featuring live music, elegant dining, and uplifting moments centered on giving and fellowship in a formal gala setting. |

Monday, December 22nd
![]() | Wagner Seahawks vs. Manor Bluejays Catch a college basketball matchup as Wagner hosts Manor in a daytime game at the Spiro Events Center, perfect for sports fans looking for live action during the week. |
![]() | Saint Peter’s Peacocks vs. Centenary Cyclones Watch Saint Peter’s take on Centenary in this college basketball showdown at the Peacocks’ home court, offering an energetic mid-day game atmosphere. |
![]() | Fordham Rams vs. New Haven Chargers An evening college basketball game featuring Fordham hosting New Haven, delivering competitive play and a lively campus sports environment. |
Tuesday, December 23
![]() | St. John’s Red Storm vs. Harvard Crimson Watch St. John’s take on Harvard in an exciting college basketball matchup at Carnesecca Arena, bringing high-energy hoops to Queens. |
![]() | Seton Hall Pirates vs. Villanova Wildcats A Big East showdown as Seton Hall faces Villanova at the Prudential Center in a high-stakes college basketball clash. |
![]() | New York Islanders vs. New Jersey Devils The Islanders host division rivals New Jersey Devils in an intense NHL matchup packed with speed, skill, and rivalry energy. |
Thursday, December 25
![]() | New York Knicks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Spend Christmas Day at The Garden as the New York Knicks face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers in a marquee NBA matchup at one of the world’s most iconic arenas. |
Saturday, December 27
![]() | Pinstripe Bowl: Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Clemson Tigers College football takes center stage at Yankee Stadium as Penn State and Clemson clash in the annual Pinstripe Bowl, bringing postseason energy to New York City. |
![]() | New York Islanders vs. New York Rangers One of the NHL’s most intense rivalries heats up as the Islanders and Rangers face off in a must-watch New York showdown at UBS Arena. |
![]() | New Jersey Devils vs. Washington Capitals Catch fast-paced NHL action as the Devils take on the Capitals in an Eastern Conference matchup packed with playoff-level intensity. |
Sunday, December 28
![]() | New York Jets vs. New England Patriots (Parking Opens) Heading to MetLife early? Stadium parking opens well ahead of kickoff for Jets vs. Patriots, perfect for tailgaters and fans who want to get the full game-day experience started early. |
![]() | Seton Hall Pirates Women’s Basketball vs. Xavier Musketeers Catch Big East women’s basketball action as Seton Hall hosts Xavier in a competitive matchup featuring fast-paced play and strong conference rivals. |
![]() | New York Jets vs. New England Patriots A classic AFC East rivalry takes the spotlight as the Jets face the Patriots at MetLife Stadium in a high-stakes late-season NFL showdown. |

Tuesday, December 23
![]() | Christmas Eve Eve Party Kick off the holiday early with live music and food specials, including 2-for-1 pizzas and entrées, in a lively pre-Christmas celebration. |
![]() | L’Onda Bar & Lounge Live Music Night Enjoy live music with Paul performing covers across multiple genres and decades, paired with wine specials and oceanfront ambiance at Long Island’s only beachfront hotel. |
![]() | Santa Fest w/ Ian Asher & Frankie Sims A high-energy, 21+ holiday party featuring DJ Ian Asher and Frankie Sims, festive outfits, dancing, and a charity component supporting Toys of Hope. |
![]() | Santa Fest feat. Ian Asher A 21+ holiday party featuring DJ Ian Asher, festive outfits, dancing, and a high-energy nightclub atmosphere at one of Long Island’s top live music venues. |
Thursday, December 25
![]() | Yellow Brick Joel – Elton John and Billy Joel Tribute A live tribute concert celebrating the iconic music of Elton John and Billy Joel, featuring crowd-favorite hits performed in a full concert setting. |
Friday, December 26
![]() | Evan Kuriga & TM Select Enjoy a Friday night of live music with Evan Kuriga kicking things off, followed by TM Select later in the evening for a full night of tunes. |
![]() | Disco Unlimited A live disco show bringing classic dance hits to the stage for a high-energy night of music, nostalgia, and crowd-pleasing performances. |
![]() | The Paumanok Stompers Return to Charlotte’s Celebrate the holidays with live jazz from the Paumanok Stompers, bringing classic swing and festive sounds to a cozy speakeasy setting. |
![]() | Steve Forbert Trio Singer-songwriter Steve Forbert performs live with Rob Clores on keys and Todd Lanka on upright bass, delivering an intimate night of folk-rock and Americana. |
![]() | The Post-Christmas with Dajkout & Vayb A late-night post-Christmas party featuring live DJ sets, dancing, and a high-energy nightlife vibe to keep the holiday celebration going. |
![]() | Post Christmas Bash w/ Pop Fiction Keep the holiday energy going with Pop Fiction performing a hit-filled live set, mixing crowd favorites and country tunes for a lively post-Christmas night out. |
![]() | O El Amor at Stage 317 A late-night, 21+ live performance event blending music, fashion, and nightlife vibes, with dinner and drinks available before the show. |
![]() | KHASH Ugly Sweater Party A late-night ugly sweater party featuring a live performance by KHASH and DJ music, bringing holiday vibes and nightlife energy to Lynbrook. |
Saturday, December 27
![]() | Post Christmas Bash w/ Pop Fiction Pop Fiction keeps the holiday energy going with a post-Christmas live music bash featuring crowd-favorite hits and a high-energy set at a local Farmingdale venue. |
![]() | Yellow Brick Joel: Piano Men A late-night piano-driven tribute performance celebrating the music of iconic “Piano Men,” delivered in an intimate concert setting at a classic Long Island venue. |
![]() | Gotcha Covered Trio is Back at Bacaro! The Gotcha Covered Trio returns to Bacaro for an evening of live music paired with Italian food and a lively, social atmosphere. |
![]() | Dox Island Park Saturday 12/27 The Alright Guys perform live at Dox Island Park, offering an outdoor evening of local music and a relaxed community atmosphere near the waterfront. |
![]() | Winter Freestyle Bash 2025 A high-energy freestyle concert featuring iconic artists, live performances, and DJ sets, bringing classic freestyle sounds to a late-night, 21+ crowd. |
![]() | Long Island Disco Fever 2025 A high-energy disco celebration featuring legendary performers, classic dance hits, and live band performances honoring the golden era of disco music. |
![]() | Anthony Gal Spend your Saturday night enjoying live music from Anthony Gal in a relaxed taproom setting, perfect for unwinding with friends and drinks. |
![]() | LIR Depeche Mode Dance Party An after-Christmas dance party featuring Depeche Mode, LIR tracks, and alternative new wave hits spun by Andre for fans of classic synth and dance music. |
![]() | Hard Rock Christmas Party A high-energy holiday rock show featuring three hard rock bands sharing the stage for a loud, festive night of live music and headbanging fun. |
![]() | The Coop Farmingdale ft. Three Shots of Country Enjoy a Saturday night of today’s best country hits with Three Shots of Country performing live at one of Nassau County’s top country music venues. |
![]() | A Witch’s Brew at Sonny’s Canal House A live music party featuring A Witch’s Brew, bringing classic rock and high-energy tunes to a waterfront setting for a lively Saturday night out. |
![]() | Winter Freestyle Bash A live freestyle music concert featuring classic artists and high-energy performances, bringing nostalgic club sounds to a late-night, 21+ crowd. |
![]() | The Last Dance with EKIP A late-night Afrobeat and party music event featuring EKIP, bringing high-energy dancing and a nightclub atmosphere to Oulala for a holiday weekend finale. |
![]() | Reggaeton Long Island Saturdays 2025 A high-energy weekly reggaeton party featuring nonstop Latin hits, upscale nightlife vibes, and dancing all night at one of Long Island’s hottest Latin clubs. |
Sunday, December 28
![]() | Sunday Funday with Current Company & TM Select Wrap up the weekend with live music from Current Company followed by TM Select, offering an easygoing Sunday evening of tunes and good company. |
✨ That’s a wrap on this week’s top picks!
Don’t forget to mark your calendar, grab your crew, and make the most of what Nassau County has to offer.
We’ll be back with more local finds—until then, have fun out there! 🎉































































